Stars Agree, Wired Headphones Are Officially Cool Again

Sep 29, 2026 - 22:02

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Stars Agree, Wired Headphones Are Officially Cool Again

Your Favorite It Girls Are Rocking Wired Headphones E! Illustration/GC Images

Just like Addison Rae says, we simply have to put our headphones on. Wired headphones are the newest (most affordable) trend we've spotted celebrities wearing lately. Stars like Zoe Kravitz, Harry Styles, Lily-Rose Depp, Bella Hadid, and so many more are rocking wired earbuds while walking around in LA and NYC.

While overhead headphones are perfect for a noisy commute when you don't want anyone to speak with you, wired headphones are ideal for a stroll in your neighborhood. And combined with your favorite street-style and atheleisure fit? It gives off a celebrity-approved, effortlessly chic vibe.

Celebrities have been spotted wearing wired headphones and earbuds while walking around LA and NYC,
These techy accessories are handy, affordable, and look effortlessly chic.
Style your new wired headphones like your favorite star, with an athleisure, street-style, and casual look.

Why Are Wired Headphones Suddenly Cool Again?

Wired headphones and earbuds have been trendy for a while, but they seem to have exploded in popularity recently. Stars have been spotted walking around LA and NYC wearing these wired accessories. Other than the nostalgic hit, wired headphones are handy, affordable, and look effortlessly chic. We might sacrifice the sound quality, but we get the (celebrity-approved) convenience.

And what's not to love? They remind us of a simpler time, before the craze of wireless technology, when we could just throw a pair (or two) of headphones in our bag, put them on when we want to listen to a new single, and then put them away effortlessly. Simple. No need to double (or triple) check if our wireless headphones truly disconnected.

How Do You Style Wired Headphones Like a Celebrity?

Styling wired headphones and earbuds is simple. If you want to look similar to the celebrities spotted with these trendy headphones, opt for an athleisure, street-style, and casual look. Don't overthink it. The vibe we're going for is busy and hot—but effortless.

Don't plan the outfit or the look too much. It all has to come easy—even if it takes you a while to put together. The truth is that wired headphones go with any outfit. So, just throw your headphones on, and you're good to go.

Shop Wired Headphones & Earbuds:

Apple EarPods Headphones with USB-C Plug

If you have a newer iPhone with an USB-C plug, these Apple EarPods are perfect and feature the same minimalist aesthetic we all know and love.

Apple EarPods Headphones with Lightning Connector

For those of us who have procrastinated on upgrading our phones (like yours truly), these EarPods with the Lightning connector are for you.

Amazon Basics Wired Earbuds

These affordable earbuds are available in a classic 3.5mm Aux and a modern USB-C option, and feature a snug fit, a built-in microphone, and high-quality sound.

LUDOS Clamor Wired Earbuds

Available in several fun colorways, these wired earbuds have a built-in microphone, noise-isolating features, memory foam tips, and more.

Wired Earbuds USB C

Is orange the new it color? It might just be with these wired earbuds. It features a USB-C connector, an ergonomic in-ear design, anti-slip ear tips, and more.

Sony MDREX15AP In-Ear Earbud Headphones

These electric blue Sony wired headphones aren't your typical earbuds. They feature hybrid silicone earbuds, high-quality 9mm dome-type driver units, and neodymium magnets for powerful sound.

JBL Tune 110E - in-Ear Headphones

These JBL wired headphones promise not to get tangled in your bag with its durable flat cable. Plus, they feature the same sound quality the brand is known for (and that TikTok is obsessed with).

Skullcandy Jib Wired Earbuds

These under-$9 earbuds feature a 3.5MM aux connection, an in-line microphone, and two different-sized ear gels.

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